"We are seeing change rapidly with the increasingly high annual maximums being offered in the market and as brokers become more aware of the true value received when members access preferred pricing for services at the dentist through network discounts provided by their insurance," says Sam Melamed.

In this episode, we're joined by Stephanie Koch, director of human resources at Hendry Marine. We talk about the current state of HR, what she wishes benefits advisors knew, and details her journey from status quo benefits to the world of self-funding.

"Banning DEI initiatives shatter the trust that employees have in their employers’ commitment to creating an environment where every person, every idea, and every perspective is welcomed," says Sarah Reynolds, chief marketing office at HiBob.

For our first episode, we're joined by Chelsea Ryckis, the 2024 BenefitsPRO Advisor of the Year and co-founder of Ethos Benefits. She shares her thoughts on the current state of employee benefits, how transparency and fiduciary shifts are impacting advisors and employers, her favorite music (kind of...) and more!

“Companies that prioritize flexible and hybrid ways of working will gain a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top female talent," says Mark Dixon, CEO, International Workplace Group (IWG).

"Investing in your team means investing in your company," says Vickie Chen, CEO & founder at Avia.

Einat Steklov, CEO & co-founder of Kashable, a financial wellness company, believes employers need to address both immediate and long-term financial needs for their employees.

Seventy-nine percent of U.S. employees feel detached from their job.